170421-N-LI768-358 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 21, 2017) Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels) 3rd Class Victor Venegas fuels an AV-8B Harrier assigned to the "Ridge Runners" of Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 163 (Reinforced) aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8). The ship is operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region to enhance amphibious capability with regional partners and to serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Devin M. Langer/Released)